New 29er-Specific Hardware

Specialized S-Works Renegade Tire, $65

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At less than 500 grams, the Renegade is one of the lightest 29er cross-country tires we’ve found. The 26-inch version is World-Cup proven by the Specialized factory team and they use if for good reason: its minimal knobs accelerate fast but still provide traction in abundance. It appears to be durable as well. Our early sample has survived many East Coast training rides and one 100-mile mountain bike race with nary a puncture or carcass scar.